All articles by FPJ Staff – Page 183
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ArticleCarrots surge ahead
UK carrot growers have been working together to ensure that the consumers of tomorrow continue to buy and enjoy the vegetable. Commercial Grower looks at the latest initiatives in place to engage the public’s imagination.
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Man for all seasons
Nigel Judd, a well-known and much respected name in ornamental horticulture, tells Angela Youngman about how he came into the industry, his thoughts on the sector, and what he does to unwind.
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Strong support for Sutton Bridge development plan
“Storage-related research facilities must remain cutting edge.” - Adrian Cunnington
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Good move for organics
The development of the Organic Growers Alliance could be good news for producers of organic horticultural crops. Created
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Sclerotinia battle boost
The blight fungicide Shirlan is also highly effective against Sclerotinia when used during mid-season canopy complete applications, according to manufacturers Syngenta.
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ArticleTop fruit residue reduction hope
Tackling codling moth with a heightened dose of a naturally occurring viral infection is set to become standard practice in apple orchards, as part of the industry’s efforts to reduce residues, according to an industry expert.
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ArticleGreenvale goes local
Greenvale AP will see its first crops of Ayrshire and East Lothian new season potatoes delivered direct to local Tesco stores
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North east biofuel hope
The Biofuels industry could be worth £1 billion to the north east economy by 2027, according to a new strategy.
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S&N goes pear shaped
Brewing giant Scottish & Newcastle, may be about to launch two new pear ciders within the year.
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Nominations sought for potato award
The British Potato Council (BPC) is seeking nominations for this year's British Potato Industry Award.
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ArticleFarm audit reduction hope
A new initiative is being touted as a possible solution to the problem of duplication within audit schemes.
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On track for skin spot kit
Significant progress has been made in the quest for a diagnostic kit to test potatoes for skin spot, the BPC has reported.
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Yorkshire Show 2.0
The Yorkshire Agricultural Society has won a major award for its Great Yorkshire Show website in the Yorkshire Digital Awards.
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North east backs farmers
Country dwellers throughout the north east value the work of their farmers, according to a new survey by the NFU.
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ArticleSTC takes new crop protection approach
Research now being carried out at Yorkshire’s Stockbridge Technology Centre (STC) is exploring how growers can harness the power of insects to reduce levels of pesticide use.
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ArticleThe last true market
UK new potato production has enjoyed near perfect conditions this season but, with the 2006 crop and imports still not cleared, and the Jersey offer in for a drawn-out season, UK growers are nervous about how the market will work out. Anna Sbuttoni reports.
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ArticleMaking the connection
Before A Year of Food and Farming in education kicks off in September, the team at Stockbridge Technology Centre (STC) has been gearing up to reconnect commercial farming with its environment and also with the next generation of consumers. Elizabeth O’Keefe met Graham Ward and his team to find out more about recent developments.
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Taking the positives from US challenge
Laura Gould spoke to Lorna Christie, senior vice-president of the US Produce Marketing Association (PMA), to find out why she loves working in the industry, and what the future has in store for a sector clambering back to its feet following a tough ride.
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External attack a real eye opener
At the beginning of the year, the larger French retailers fulfilled one of their dreams when they were granted permission to